Can people with Ménière's disease drink milk?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 30, 2024
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Ménière's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition, and its clinical onset mechanism may be related to fluid accumulation in the membranous labyrinth. Symptoms are varied, with the most common being tinnitus, vertigo, nausea, vomiting, and hearing loss. Generally speaking, it is acceptable to consume milk as it is not significantly irritating and does not directly worsen the condition of Ménière's disease. Furthermore, there is no direct conflict between milk and the medications or other treatment plans for Ménière’s disease. Therefore, it is safe to consume milk, which is also rich in nutrients and can help boost the body's immunity and meet its nutritional needs.

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Meniere's Disease Clinical Manifestations

Meniere's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition with various clinical symptoms. The most common symptoms include recurrent tinnitus, decreased hearing, and a feeling of fullness in the ear, often accompanied by vertigo. However, the duration of vertigo typically lasts about 20 minutes to half a day. This condition may recur, primarily manifesting as fluctuating hearing loss. Emotional excitement, spicy foods, strong tea, coffee, and other beverages also play a significant role in triggering these symptoms. When such symptoms occur, it is crucial to seek timely medical attention from an otolaryngologist for relevant examinations and treatment.

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How to alleviate Meniere's disease attacks?

Ménière's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition, primarily caused by the accumulation of fluid in the inner lymphatic sac. During the acute phase, it may cause symptoms such as tinnitus, hearing loss, vertigo, nausea, and vomiting. If the condition is not particularly severe, some patients can alleviate their symptoms by ensuring rest and avoiding external stimuli. If the condition is more serious, it is necessary to visit an otolaryngologist. Generally, treatment considerations include oral anti-vertigo medications, and some patients may need to consider using diuretics or corticosteroids. Most patients gradually improve with timely medication treatment. (Please follow the doctor's prescription when taking medication.)

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Does Meniere's disease spread?

Meniere's disease is not contagious. The occurrence of Meniere's disease is due to the stimulation of the inner ear caused by fluid accumulation in the inner ear labyrinth, leading to symptoms such as fluctuating hearing loss, tinnitus, ear fullness, and vertigo. The pathogenesis of Meniere's disease is not yet fully understood. When symptoms such as vertigo occur, it is important to visit a hospital promptly for comprehensive diagnostic tests, including cranial MRI, high-resolution CT of the temporal bone, and pure tone audiometry, to confirm the diagnosis, exclude cervical vertigo and cerebrovascular insufficiency in the posterior circulation, and under the guidance of a specialist, use vasodilators, nerve-nourishing agents, and vestibular suppressants to alleviate related symptoms like vertigo.

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How is Meniere's disease diagnosed?

Ménière's disease is a relatively common otolaryngology condition. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic upon onset, where various supplementary tests should be conducted. Commonly used tests include hearing tests, cochlear electrograms, and MRI of the inner ear. Some patients may also need to undergo vestibular function tests. With these supplementary tests and clinical symptoms, combined with the doctor's experience, a definitive diagnosis can be made. In terms of treatment, most patients may opt for conservative medication. Oral medications are commonly used, but for some patients with severe conditions and clear clinical symptoms who do not respond well to standard medical treatment, surgery may need to be considered.

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Can Meniere's disease heal itself?

Meniere's disease is a relatively common inner ear disorder. Clinically, the common symptoms include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, tinnitus, and hearing loss, and patients may experience recurrent episodes. In terms of treatment, some patients can alleviate symptoms on their own. Generally, the duration of the condition lasts about half a day. If the condition is not particularly severe, patients can recover on their own, but recurrent episodes may still occur. For patients with more severe conditions and pronounced clinical symptoms, medication therapy should be considered. Most patients can consider oral medication, a minority may need intravenous therapy, and some patients who experience multiple recurrent episodes and do not respond well to conservative treatment may need to consider surgery. (Please follow a doctor's guidance regarding specific medication usage.)